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Emma L Minnis Junior Academy

1939 Magazine Street
Louisville, KY 40203

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E. L. Minnis Junior Academy is a Seventh-day Adventist Christian school, serving Grades Pre-K- 8, located in Louisville, KY. Emma L. Minnis is a fully accredited private school, established in 1915 with a vision to provide quality Christian education through a curriculum that emphasizes the academic, social and spiritual development of each child.

Over 100 years later we still maintain that vision.

The Emma L. Minnis Seventh-day Adventist Elementary School family exists to show children Jesus, nurture their love for Him and others, teach them to think, and empower them to serve.

The Emma L. Minnis Seventh-day Adventist Elementary School is operated by the Seventh-day Adventist Church to provide a spiritually oriented education for children.

A belief in the existence of the Creator God is fundamental in the philosophy of Seventh-day Adventist schools.

We respect His divine authority and recognize His intervention in human affairs.

We believe that true education develops the spiritual, mental, and physical powers of each student; preparing them for the joy of service in this life and for the higher joy of service in the life to come.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked KY School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 34 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Emma L Minnis Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (GCSDAC)

Religious Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1915

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Student Body

Total Students

34 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

83%

State avg.: 13%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

school uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

Source: Verified school update

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What is Emma L Minnis Junior Academy's ranking?

Emma L Minnis Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Emma L Minnis Junior Academy?

The application deadline for Emma L Minnis Junior Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Emma L Minnis Junior Academy located?

Emma L Minnis Junior Academy is located in the Russell neighborhood of Louisville, KY.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked KY School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 34 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Louisville, KY is $11,040 for elementary schools and $12,230 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Louisville, KY is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).